Christmas 2024

12 Stories • Available September 2024
Give Grandkids The Gift Of Quality Time

Give Grandkids The Gift Of Quality Time

Dear Annie: When my nephew was a toddler and his family visited, my mom (his grandmother) got big furniture boxes discarded from stores and made forts and tunnels in our large family room. She go

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Gifts Of Love: Creating Memories And Teaching Values

Gifts Of Love: Creating Memories And Teaching Values

Dear Readers: Many of you wrote in with tips on encouraging children to focus less on material items. Thank you for sharing these terrific suggestions. Here are some of my favorite letters: Dea

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The Dark Side Of Gift Cards

The Dark Side Of Gift Cards

These days, you can buy gift cards from just about every store imaginable. They are convenient, and for many people, gift cards appear to be the perfect gift solution. They're not. I am so oppose

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How To Reject A Holiday Gift

How To Reject A Holiday Gift

Dear Annie: We have a relative coming from out of town to visit for a week. I'd love to say I'm excited to see her, but I'm not. Last time she stayed, I was ready to push her out the door! She's

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Diy Decorations For Christmas

Diy Decorations For Christmas

As the holiday season approaches, there's something magical about transforming your home into a festive wonderland. While store-bought decorations are convenient, nothing quite captures the warmt

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Host The Perfect Christmas Dinner

Host The Perfect Christmas Dinner

Christmas is a time of joy, togetherness and indulgence. As families and friends gather around the table, the pressure to host a flawless dinner can feel overwhelming. But with the right planning

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Holiday Serenity

Holiday Serenity

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration and connection. But for many, it also comes with stress, from shopping frenzies to family obligations to the relentless push to make everything pe

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Festive Flavors

Festive Flavors

As the holiday season approaches, kitchens around the world begin to fill with the inviting aromas of Christmas cooking. This time of year is perfect for gathering with family and friends to enjo

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Green Holidays

Green Holidays

As the holiday season approaches, the excitement of decorating homes, exchanging gifts and preparing festive meals fills the air. However, behind the joy of the season lies an often-overlooked re

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Celebrating Christmas Globally

Celebrating Christmas Globally

As December rolls around, the world lights up in a collective embrace of Christmas cheer. From bustling metropolises to quiet rural villages, Christmas is celebrated in many different ways, refle

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Creating Magical Christmas Memories

Creating Magical Christmas Memories

The holiday season is a time filled with joy and laughter, which lingers in our hearts for years to come. Creating unforgettable Christmas memories is a cherished tradition that fosters connectio

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Festive Frugality

Festive Frugality

The holiday season can bring significant financial stress, as many of us feel the pressure to spend on decorations, gifts and gatherings. With inflation and cost-of-living challenges looming larg

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